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Kenyans’ fortunes, misfortunes and culture shock at the IDPA US championships

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Sharpshooter Peter Njoroge in one of the COFS at the US Nationals. [File, Standard]

While some beamed with excitement to the podium at the just concluded International Defensive Pistol Association (IDPA) US Nationals, it was a mixed fortune for others whose wishes to get podium finishes were thwarted at the last minute.

Of the 6 Kenyans who were set to represent Team Kenya at the annual global championships at Cameo Shooting and Education Complex in Colorado USA, only four managed to compete in the tournament.

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